1967 Jensen FF vs. 1948 Triumph Roadster
To start off, 1967 Jensen FF is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Triumph Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Triumph Roadster would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Jensen FF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Jensen FF (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1948 Triumph Roadster. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 1948 Triumph Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jensen FF weights approximately 823 kg more than 1948 Triumph Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Jensen FF (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 462 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Triumph Roadster. (125 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1967 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Triumph Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Jensen FF | 1948 Triumph Roadster | |
| Make | Jensen | Triumph |
| Model | FF | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 1776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2550 mm |
